Senior Refrigerated Transport Driver – Mossel Bay

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 240,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Health insurance and retirement plan

Training on refrigeration technologies

Modern refrigerated fleet access

Stable role in critical supply chain

Performance bonuses

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Refrigerated Transport Driver to manage fleet operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will ensure timely deliveries of perishable goods with temperature control throughout transit, and maintain cold chain integrity.

The role requires 5+ years driving, including 2 years in refrigerated transport, and strong route planning and logging discipline. Competitive salary, health benefits, and training opportunities are offered.

Qualifications

• Valid PDP and Code 10 or higher license.
• At least 5 years driving experience, 2+ in refrigerated transport.
• Knowledge of temperature-controlled logistics and perishables.
• Familiar with Mossel Bay road network.
• Experience with refrigeration units.
• Strong time management and ability to work under pressure.
• Clean driving record and willingness to undergo background checks.
• Physically capable of loading/unloading.

Responsibilities

• Operate refrigerated trucks to transport perishable goods, adhering to traffic laws and safety policies.
• Monitor and maintain required temperature settings for cargo.
• Conduct pre-trip inspections of refrigeration unit and vehicle.
• Plan efficient delivery routes within Mossel Bay region and designated points.
• Ensure proper loading/unloading procedures to maintain cold chain.
• Maintain logs of driving hours, mileage, temperature readings, and delivery details.
• Communicate with dispatch regarding route status and delays.
• Provide excellent customer service on delivery.
• Troubleshoot refrigeration unit issues or report them.

Skills

PDP & Code 10

Refrigerated transport

Temp-controlled logistics

Time management

Temperature logs

Attention to detail

Physical fitness

Background checks

Job description

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Refrigerated Transport Driver to manage fleet operations in Mossel Bay, Western Cape. You will ensure timely deliveries of perishable goods with temperature control throughout transit, and maintain cold chain integrity.

The role requires 5+ years driving, including 2 years in refrigerated transport, and strong route planning and logging discipline. Competitive salary, health benefits, and training opportunities are offered.